109: What Kelli Learned About Writing at Picture Book Summit

Kelli Panique started as a strictly behind-the-scenes support person with Picture Book Summit and has grown into our host and producer. In this episode, Kelli shares how she's been inspired to start writing her own picture book manuscripts after listening and learning over the last 12 years. If you're looking for a place to start on your next story, we think you'll find inspiration in today's chat.

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

• The Parallel Universe of Authors and Illustrators with Shadra Strickland - Use code PODCAST for 30% off! 
• Readers, Relationship, and Revision with Meg Medina - Use code PODCAST for 30% off! 
• Our Writing Voice is Also Our Singing Happy Birthday Voice, Our Berating Teenagers Voice, Our Hollering at Ducks Voice, and That's Not a Bad Thing with Sophie Blackall - Use code PODCAST for 30% off! 
• Using Your Fear with Jon Klassen - Use code PODCAST for 30% off! 

Books mentioned in this episode: 

• Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away by Meg Medina and Sonia Sanchez

What will we learn at this year's Picture Book Summit? Come find out! Join us for a one-of-a-kind, online writing conference designed for picture book writers and illustrators! 

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